Learning opportunities for parents
Children don't come with a manual - and we could all use a little help once in a while! Parent Link offers programs and services to enhance parenting knowledge and skills.
Managing Meltdowns
Is your child difficult to calm when upset, or easy to redirect?
Does your child need to be prepared ahead of time for change, or adjust easily to transitions?
Part of managing meltdowns is about understanding ahead of time how our children react differently, and how we can set them up for success in emotional moments.
Come learn how to gauge your toddler's temperament, and how to coach them through expressing their emotions when they are having a tantrum.
Family and Community Services
Tuesday, April 16
6:00- 8:00 p.m.
Understanding Your Child's Sexual Development
Many parents find normal sexual behaviour and development confusing. Sometimes you might wonder if your child’s sexual behavior is normal. You want to give your child some advice and information, but not too much too soon.
While children develop at different rates, there are some behaviours and stages that are common at certain ages. A better understanding of “what to expect and when” will help you foster healthy sexual choices and attitudes in your children.
Bring your questions and gain valuable information on how to respond to your children!
School age children
Tuesday, April 23
6:30- 8:30 p.m.
Glen Allan Elementary School
Preschoolers
Wednesday, April 24
6:30- 8:30 p.m.
Community Centre L3
Parents to the Rescue!
Could you give CPR to your baby, or know what to do if your child swallowed a toxic substance? Join us for a workshop and discussion on how to keep your children safe and how to respond to first aid emergencies.
Tuesday, May 07
6- 8 p.m.
Family and Community Services
Cows in the Basement: Why Play?
A child's life should be full of whim, fantasy, imagination, and goofiness, but all to often kids are forced to grow up too soon. This workshop wll look at how we as parents and caregivers can feed their need for fun and fantasy.. and have a good time ourselves while doing so.
Speaker: Jeff Johnson
Jeff Johnson is the author of eight books on child centred play and learning and self care for the caregiver. For more information on Jeff visit www.explorationsearlylearning.com
Wednesday, May 29
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Community Centre, Agora
Cost: $15.75
Fish in the Attic: Remembering to Play
Playing is more than just fun! When adults remember to play and play with their children, children learn to take risks, problem solve, become a leader, work as a team and explore their worlds. This interactive workshop will provide hands on opportunities to learn about the power of remembering to play with children.
Speaker: Vince Gowmon
Vince Gowmon is a life coach and the founder of Remembering to Play. For more information on Vince visit www.rememberingtoplay.com
Thursday, June 13
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Community Centre, Agora
Cost: $15.75
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Last updated: Thursday, April 04, 2013
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